Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to practice math skills while learning about Shiloh and Rose.
Materials and Prep
- Paper
- Pencils or crayons
- Basic math flashcards (addition and subtraction)
No prior knowledge needed, just come with a curious mind!
Activities
- Math with Shiloh and Rose: Solve addition and subtraction problems using pictures of Shiloh and Rose. For example, if Shiloh has 3 bones and Rose gives him 2 more, how many bones does Shiloh have now?
- Counting Fun: Count how many treats Shiloh and Rose have together. Practice counting by 2s or 5s for an extra challenge!
- Story Problems: Create your own story problems involving Shiloh and Rose. For example, if Shiloh finds 4 sticks and Rose finds 3 sticks, how many sticks do they have altogether?
Talking Points
- Shiloh and Rose: "Let's imagine Shiloh and Rose are helping us with our math today. They are two cute dogs who love to play and learn with us."
- Adding and Subtracting: "When we add, we put things together. When we subtract, we take things away. Just like sharing treats with Shiloh and Rose!"
- Counting: "Counting is like giving each item a special number. Let's count how many bones Shiloh and Rose have collected!"
- Story Problems: "We can create fun stories with Shiloh and Rose to help us solve math problems. Let's use our imagination to make math exciting!"